An Eastwood supermarket has applied for planning permission to build shops in its car park – which will reduce the car parking by 58 spaces.

Morrisons wants to add four retail units, a car wash area, a tyre servicing area and a small retail pod within the existing car park at its Kelham Way store.

In a proposal submitted to Broxtowe Borough Council on Wednesday, November 8, Morrisons explain that they want to provide small scale retail units and a car servicing area in their current car park.

Artists impression of the design

In the design and access statement it says: “The scheme seeks to revitalise the existing WM Morrisons car park by offering more choice to customers and generating new employment opportunities through the provision of four retail units, alongside a car village.

“The proposal will be constructed to high standards and with sensitivity to its locality.

“We are confident that the proposed site additions will be exceptionally well received by the local residents and visitors to Eastwood.

“WM Morrisons hope that the advantages of this proposal as well as the overall benefits to the local community will be supported by Broxtowe Borough Council.”

Morrisons in Eastwood

Charles Sowter, 35, a local business owner in Eastwood thinks the proposal could be positive for the area if it brings in more jobs and people.

He said: "It is too early to tell at this stage what the impact will be of four small shops on the site but if it bring more jobs into the area then it can only be a good thing.

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"It is very positive if it brings more people to the area and the high street however it would be better if it helped Eastwood town centre to flourish not just the outskirts. Anything that brings in more people to help Eastwood thrive is good."

The proposal to Broxtowe Borough Council was submitted on Wednesday, November 8 and the consultation period will end on November 29 when a decision will be made.